Welcome to Mamahood After Trauma Podcast! I’m Emily Cleghorn, a mama of 2 learning how to navigate mamahood at the same time I heal my childhood trauma. This podcast is for mamas who are ready to give it their all to break the generational cycle of toxic and dysfunctional relationships in their family to embrace love for themselves and others. You can expect stories of hope and interviews with other mamas who have risen above adversity to create the life of their dreams as well as hearing from me the things that I have discovered and used on my own journe...
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Have you ever felt like your body was betraying you, leaving you exhausted and bloated despite your best efforts? As mamas, we often chalk these symptoms up to the demands of motherhood. But what if there's a deeper connection between our past experiences and our current physical struggles?
In this eye-opening episode, we dive into the fascinating world of gut health with Heather Hansen, affectionately known as the "gut health paramedic." Heather shares her profound insights on how childhood trauma and limiting beliefs can manifest as physical symptoms like bloating and fatigue.
Unraveling the Gut-Brain Connection <...Episode 101 • 3 September 2024 • 26m and 36s
Have you ever felt like your past trauma resurfaces with a vengeance after becoming a mama? You're not alone. Many of us discover that the healing we thought we'd achieved pre-motherhood suddenly feels inadequate when faced with the challenges of raising little ones.
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Cassandra Love Lambert, a trauma-trained somatic transformational coach and artist. Cassandra opens up about her personal journey through childhood trauma, including sexual abuse and emotional neglect. She shares how becoming a mother eleven years ago reignited her healing process, opening what she calls a "trauma capsule."<...
Episode 100 • 27 August 2024 • 30m and 34s
As a mama and trauma survivor, do you ever feel the crushing weight of perfectionism? That nagging voice insisting you must do everything flawlessly or risk being a "failure"? I've been there, and I know how exhausting it can be.
But what if I told you that embracing imperfection could actually be the key to unlocking your healing journey?
In this heartfelt episode, I'm getting real about the pressure we put on ourselves as moms, especially when we're also working through past trauma. We'll explore:
The Hidden Cost of Chasing Perfection Why the roots...Episode 99 • 25 August 2024 • 13m and 42s
As moms, we often find ourselves caught in a web of stories we've woven about who we are and what we're capable of. These narratives, shaped by our past experiences and societal expectations, can hold us back from embracing our true potential. But what if we could rewrite these stories and step into the person we were meant to be?
In this eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Bridget Bolden, a coach who specializes in helping women navigate life transitions. Bridget shares her personal journey of rediscovering herself amid the demands of motherhood and offers invaluable insights...
Episode 98 • 20 August 2024 • 23m and
Have you ever felt like you're drowning in the waves of motherhood, desperately trying to keep your head above water? For many of us, the journey to becoming a mama is filled with unexpected twists and turns that can leave lasting impacts on our hearts and minds.
In this raw and honest conversation, I sit down with Mel, a mother of two who opens up about her rollercoaster ride through fertility struggles, IVF, traumatic birth experiences, and the challenges of parenting far from family support. Her story is a powerful reminder that the path to motherhood isn't...
Episode 97 • 13 August 2024 • 29m and 54s
As a mama, have you ever felt the weight of past traumas dimming your inner light? Those lingering echoes that seem to follow you into motherhood, casting a shadow over the profound joy you yearn to embrace? For so many of us, the path to healing can feel shrouded – an arduous journey of unraveling the knots that bind us to old wounds and patterns. Yet even when the way forward remains unseen, a faint spark still flickers within, waiting to be fanned into an unstoppable blaze of wholeness and self-acceptance.
In this candid conversation, Emily gets vulnerable ab...
Episode 96 • 9 August 2024 • 20m and 10s
Have you ever felt the weight of unhealed childhood wounds trailing behind you like invisible baggage? Those lingering echoes that seem to dim your inner light, even amid the profound joy of mamahood. If so, you're not alone in navigating this arduous journey.
For so many of us, the path to healing can feel shrouded – an unraveling of the knots that bind us to past traumas and dysfunctional patterns. Yet what if the faintest spark still flickers within, waiting to be fanned into an unstoppable blaze of wholeness and self-acceptance?
Severing Toxic Ties to Reclaim Your Ra...Episode 95 • 6 August 2024 • 29m and 2s
As a mama, have you ever felt weighed down by the invisible baggage of past traumas? Those lingering echoes from childhood that seem to dim your inner light, even amid the profound joy of motherhood. You're not alone in this struggle.
For so many of us, the path to healing can feel shrouded – an arduous journey of unraveling the knots that bind us to old wounds and patterns. Yet what if even the faintest spark still flickers within, waiting to be fanned into an unstoppable blaze of wholeness and self-acceptance?
Reparenting Your Inner Child with Radical Se...Episode 94 • 30 July 2024 • 24m and 45s
As a mama healing from past trauma, have you ever felt like you're just going through the motions? Trapped in a cycle of barely keeping your head above water, struggling to stay afloat amidst the chaos and demands of motherhood? That inner voice whispering you're not enough, not doing it right, not coping like you should be? If so, you're not alone.
In this candid conversation, the host gets vulnerable about her personal journey navigating "survival mode" as a trauma-surviving mother. With refreshing transparency, she opens up about the telltale signs that revealed her nervous system was...
Episode 93 • 26 July 2024 • 12m and 12s
As mothers, we strive to nurture and protect our children with every fiber of our being. But what happens when the wounds of our past threaten to disrupt that sacred bond? For trauma survivors, the challenges of motherhood can feel like a relentless storm – one that batters our sense of self-worth and leaves us questioning our ability to show up fully for our littles.
In the eye of that turbulence, a path to healing awaits. One paved with radical self-compassion, hard-won wisdom, and the knowledge that you're not alone on this courageous journey.
Shedding Light on th...Episode 92 • 23 July 2024 • 53m and 46s
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